WE’VE heard of footballers taking pelters off the crowd - but here’s Brazil legend Ronaldo getting pelted by a snowball in a New York street.

Stood, minding his own business while talking on the phone, Ronaldo is soon picking freezing snow out his lug when his prankster friend spots the perfect opportunity to pounce.

It’s a shot the former Real Madrid and Barcelona superstar would be proud of, to be honest.

The striker recently announced he planned to make a surprise return to the game, playing for North American Soccer League outfit Fort Lauderdale Strikers, a team that he part owns.

The World Cup winner acquired a stake in the club, who play in the tier directly below the MLS in the USA. His decision was completely unexpected, especially considering the fact he hasn't played professionally since 2011.